Edmonton Real Estate Blog

You already know that buying your first home in Canada is going to be one of the biggest purchases you’ll make in your lifetime, but most people tend to focus solely on the purchase price.

The truth is there are several additional costs associated with your home purchase, and if you don’t plan for them, you could quickly find yourself struggling financially.

We’ve broken down some of the most common costs you’ll have as you purchase your home so you can start planning now. Read More

If you want a brand new home, you need to know how to find the best home builder. Finding a builder that offers a quality and affordable product to meet your needs is a good start. With so many builders to choose from,… Read More

Trying to predict the future of the housing market is never an exact science, and that’s especially true right now. Back at the beginning of 2020, nobody could have foreseen the arrival of COVID-19 and the huge effect it had (and continues to have) on our economy. Read More

In order to get a mortgage for your home, you need to have a good credit score. Even if they have excellent credit in their home country, new Canadians are often at a disadvantage here because they haven’t had the time to build up their Canadian credit score. 

Credit scores are determined by a combination of credit history, on-time payments, credit mix, and credit usage. Lenders want to see whether you use the credit you have wisely and pay them back on time. Your credit score is a number that reflects how creditworthy you are.

It seems like a daunting task, but the good news is that a few things can make a big difference, and there are steps you can take to quickly increase your credit score so that you can qualify for a mortgage. Read More

When you buy a home in Canada, the first thing you’ll need to do is take out a mortgage. The process of getting a mortgage is broadly similar no matter which country you’re in, but some of the details of applying for one in Canada might be a little different. This is especially true when it comes to what you need in order to qualify for a home loan.

As a new Canadian, you might find you’ll have some extra steps and hurdles to overcome, but once you know what to expect the process should become a lot easier. Let’s take a look at some tips that’ll get you off on the right foot when you begin your mortgage search. Read More

Those who are new to Canada often have to balance a variety of factors when choosing a home. One of the most important things you’ll need to consider is the cost of the home. Brand-new homes tend to be more expensive than resale homes, but it’s important to look at the overall costs you might incur. While resale homes can be less expensive at the start, the problems that arise with them can cost you more and more money. 

Besides cost, there are other factors that make brand-new homes uniquely suitable for those who have just moved here. Let’s take a look at some of the reasons why that’s the case. Read More

Welcome to Edmonton! As a new Canadian, you’re probably feeling a bit overwhelmed as you get your bearings in a new city. Figuring out the lay of the land is the first essential step in getting more comfortable in your environment.

We understand what a challenge this can be, so we’ve put together this area guide for new Canadians to help you get started. Read More

Sterling Homes Edmonton will observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. To show our support, all Sterling show homes in Edmonton will be closed on September 30, 2021. The Government of Canada officially designated the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation as a statutory holiday in 2021 to honor… Read More

Homebuyers know that if they’re able to time their purchase correctly, they’ll be able to get a great deal on the home they’ve decided on. But the hard part is figuring out exactly when to make that purchase. This can be especially difficult if you’re planning to buy a home in Canada but aren’t familiar with the process.

If you’ve been holding off on buying your home, it’s time to start shopping! Several market factors are coming together to make now the perfect time to buy your new home in Canada. Let’s take a closer look at some of the reasons why. Read More

When you decide to start building a brand-new home, you’ll soon realize there are a lot of decisions to make – from the community you build in, to the lot location and size, to floor plan layouts, and even right down to the type of cabinets in the kitchen and the style of carpets. It definitely gets overwhelming.

But all of this starts with the most important decision: finding the right builder to work with. Choosing a custom home builder in Edmonton for your home makes all of the other decisions a lot easier, but how do you know if you’ve found the right one? Read More